Plants
Welcome to the chapter on Plants for Class 1. In this chapter, you will learn about different types of plants, their parts, why they are important, and how to take care of them. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to name many plants and understand why we need them!
Introduction
Plants are living things. They grow in the soil and need air, water, and sunlight to live. Plants are found everywhere—gardens, parks, forests, and even in our homes.
Types of Plants
- Trees: Big and strong plants. Example: Mango tree, banyan tree.
- Shrubs: Small and bushy plants. Example: Rose, hibiscus.
- Herbs: Small, soft plants. Example: Mint, coriander.
- Climbers: Plants that need support to grow. Example: Money plant, pea plant.
- Creepers: Plants that grow along the ground. Example: Pumpkin, watermelon.
Parts of a Plant
- Root: Holds the plant in the soil and takes in water.
- Stem: Supports the plant and carries water to all parts.
- Leaves: Make food for the plant.
- Flower: The colorful part that makes seeds.
- Fruit: Grows from flowers and has seeds inside.
Why Are Plants Important?
- Plants give us oxygen to breathe.
- They give us food like fruits and vegetables.
- Plants give us shade and keep the air cool.
- Some plants give us medicines.
Taking Care of Plants
- Water the plants every day.
- Give them enough sunlight.
- Do not pluck leaves or flowers without reason.
- Keep the area around plants clean.
Fun Activity: Grow a Plant!
Take a small pot, put some soil in it, and plant a seed. Water it every day and watch it grow!
Summary
- Plants are living things that need air, water, and sunlight.
- There are many types of plants: trees, shrubs, herbs, climbers, and creepers.
- Plants are important for us and the environment.
Practice Questions
- Name two big plants.
- Which part of the plant makes food?
- Why do we need plants?
- What do you do to take care of a plant?
- Name a plant that grows along the ground.
Challenge Yourself
- Draw and color a plant. Label its parts.
- List three things you get from plants.
Did You Know?
- The banyan tree is the national tree of India!
- Some plants can live for hundreds of years.
Glossary
- Plant: A living thing that grows in the soil.
- Root: The part of the plant under the ground.
- Leaf: The green part that makes food for the plant.
- Fruit: The part of the plant we eat, which has seeds.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Mango tree, banyan tree (any two big plants).
- Leaf.
- We need plants for oxygen, food, shade, and medicines.
- Water it, give sunlight, keep it clean.
- Pumpkin, watermelon (any creeper).
Plants make our world green and beautiful. Take care of them and watch them grow!